It is a request to do something.
a petition
The definition of the word 'solicitation' means a process whereby one use to seek to obtain something by persuasion, a petition, formal application, request or entreaty.
JFK burial
It is a petition (a formal request) for peace with the king and asked him to protect their rights(colonists)
A petitioner is a person who presents a petition. A petition is a formal written application requesting a court for a specific judicial action
In English law, an application for financial relief following the presentation of a petition for divorce, nullity or judicial separation is described as ancillary relief.
I'd like to see this petition re-worded.
petition
pitisyon; kahilingan
Please sign this petition.The people will petition to have this changed.
I can give you several sentences.We signed a petition to have the mayor create a new park.Did you help write that petition?The governor read the petition, but did not honor the request.